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Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 15, 2021
Suspected North Korean boats drifting ashore in Japan down amid pandemic
The number of such boats found between last October and this March totaled 13, down from 141 the previous year, the coast guard said.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 15, 2021
Japan lost track of key North Korean liaison officer several years ago
The liaison, known as 'Mr. Y' among the Japanese intelligence community, had told his contacts in Tokyo that he had fallen ill.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 14, 2021
Deputy PM Aso challenged by China to drink treated Fukushima water
The request came after the Japanese politician claimed the water from the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear plant would be safe to drink.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Apr 14, 2021
Suga-Biden summit offers chance to hash out a plan on China
Although the summit will be largely symbolic, it'll also be a chance to cement a unified stance on China — or at least clarify how far they're willing to go together.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Apr 14, 2021
Could North Korea rain missiles on Suga and Biden's parade?
Pyongyang could conduct a missile test or unveil a new weapon as it marks a key anniversary and seeks to force itself back to the top of the U.S.-Japan agenda.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 14, 2021
Japan and Germany united on free Indo-Pacific in first 'two-plus-two'
During the talks, Japan proposed its Self-Defense Forces conduct joint drills with the German military, timed with Berlin's planned dispatch of a frigate to the region.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
Apr 13, 2021
Countering China's threat to the Senkakus requires a full rethink of operations
As the China Coast Guard ramps up its provocations, Japan needs to respond in kind and increase the possibilities available for maritime protection.
JAPAN
Apr 12, 2021
Emperor and empress send condolences over death of Prince Philip
Japan's imperial couple sent messages of condolence to Britain's Queen Elizabeth II following the death of her husband Prince Philip last week, the Imperial Household Agency said Monday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 12, 2021
Japan defense chief and top U.S. commander in Pacific vow to deepen security ties
Nobuo Kishi and Adm. Philip Davidson agreed to enhance deterrence and response capabilities through joint drills by the Self-Defense Forces and the U.S. military.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Apr 10, 2021
Japan and India plan security talks in Tokyo later this month
The foreign and defense ministers of Japan and India are planning to hold a so-called two-plus-two security talks that will focus on China's growing military and economic assertiveness.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 8, 2021
Japan and UAE to collaborate on hydrogen tech and supply chain
Japan's government set a goal in December to boost its annual hydrogen demand to 3 million metric tons by 2030, from about 2 million tons now.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 8, 2021
Uyghur community calls for Japan firms to take action on forced labor
The Japan Uyghur Association and rights advocacy group Human Rights Now criticized 14 firms for being slow in taking action over possible human rights abuses.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
Apr 8, 2021
How Japan should deal with China’s new coast guard law
Tokyo may need to bridge the gap between law enforcement and defense operations as Beijing looks to build a stronger maritime force.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 7, 2021
Suga voices concerns over Myanmar in talks with Laos PM
Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga on Wednesday voiced grave concerns over the situation in Myanmar, where security forces continue their violent crackdown on protestors against February's military coup, in phone talks with his Laotian counterpart Phankham Viphavanh.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Apr 7, 2021
Talk of U.S.-led Beijing Olympics boycott puts Japan in tight spot
Japan has been wary of checking China on rights issues, partly out of fear of economic retaliation from its largest trading partner.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Apr 7, 2021
Japan could leverage ODA to broker Myanmar peace
Japan's economic weight and diplomatic trust in Myanmar should be wisely leveraged in order both to dissuade the military from invoking further violence.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Apr 6, 2021
China says carrier group exercising near Taiwan and drills will become regular
'Similar exercises will be conducted on a regular basis in the future,' the Chinese navy said without elaborating.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Apr 6, 2021
Alarmed by inaction, lawmakers push Japan to embrace rights diplomacy
A tug-of-war between the Foreign Ministry and lawmakers, with Suga standing on the sidelines, illustrates the challenge confronting Tokyo: Take stronger action or risk alienating the U.S.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 6, 2021
China tells Japan to stay out of Hong Kong and Xinjiang issues
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi warned Tokyo not to team up with the Washington ahead of Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga's visit to the U.S. for a summit with President Joe Biden.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Apr 6, 2021
Japan to extend North Korea sanctions — including a ban on all trade — by two years
The sanctions, which were set to expire on April 13, also prohibit the docking in Japan of North Korean-registered ships and any vessels that have called at a North Korean port.

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